00:02
So endangered species are those or a type of organism that is threatened by extinction.
00:15
The species become endangered for two main reasons.
00:17
Loss of habitat and loss of genetic variation.
00:21
A loss of habitat can happen naturally.
00:25
The hot, dry climate of the cretaceous period, changed very quickly, most likely because of an asteroid strike near earth.
00:32
Human activity can also contribute to loss of habitat.
00:36
Development for housing industry and agriculture reduces, the habitat of the native organisms.
00:42
This can happen in a number of different ways.
00:45
Loss of habitat can also lead to increased encounters between wild species and people.
00:50
Poisonous plants and fungi may grow closer to homes and schools.
00:56
Wild animals spotted more frequently...